Nikon D610 vs Pentax K-3 II

Here is a thorough comparison of the Nikon D610 and Pentax K-3 II, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by companies Nikon and Pentax. The image resolution of the D610 (24MP) and the K-3 II (24MP) is fairly well matched but the D610 (Full frame) and K-3 II (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor dimensions.

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The D610 was brought out 18 months before the K-3 II making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before delving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise summary of how the D610 grades against the K-3 II in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon D610 and Pentax K-3 II. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon D610 Gallery and Pentax K-3 II Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon D610 features exterior measurements of 141mm x 113mm x 82mm (5.6" x 4.4" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 850 grams (1.87 lbs) while the Pentax K-3 II has proportions of 131mm x 100mm x 77mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") along with a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the D610 compared to the K-3 II.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the D610 and K-3 II is 56 and 59 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing just by reading through technical specs. The photograph below may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the D610 and K-3 II.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras offer the same exact megapixel count but not the same sensor sizing. The D610 provides the larger sensor which should make achieving bokeh easier. The older D610 is going to be behind in sensor technology.